Brewing Crops and Related Topics to be Presented at NJ Ag Convention

There is interest among many craft brewers in the state and region to source locally grown ingredients. The cultivation of New Jersey state-grown ingredients, like malted barley and hops, could provide opportunities for farmers. Has the thought of producing ingredients for the craft brewing industry crossed your mind? Have you wondered what the brewers are looking for? Would you like to know what is involved in producing hops and malting barley for market?

Craft beer brewers, hop growers, and grain farmers are encouraged to attend the Farm Brewery sessions (an AM and a PM session) at the 2017 NJ Agricultural Convention and Trade Show at Harrah’s Resort Hotel Convention Center in Atlantic City, New Jersey, on Tuesday, February 7, 2017. Topics to be covered at this day-long event include: